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Ilo vs Arequipa

Peru vs Peru · 141 km apart

Ilo

Peru

S/1,500 ($400)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Arequipa

Peru

S/1,727 ($461)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Ilo	Arequipa	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$4.20	$4.79	Ilo
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$16.80	$19.15	Ilo
Cappuccino	$1.26	$1.44	Ilo
Monthly groceries (single person)	$95.20	$109	Ilo
Monthly public transport pass	$15.40	$17.56	Ilo
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$40.60	$46.28	Ilo
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$11.76	$13.41	Ilo
Fitness club membership	$11.76	$13.41	Ilo
Cinema ticket	$3.08	$3.51	Ilo
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$173	$203	Ilo
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$120	$141	Ilo
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$360	$424	Ilo
Total single-person budget	$400	$461	Ilo
Average net salary	$500	$570

Verdict

Ilo is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Ilo runs about $400 versus $461 in Arequipa — a difference of roughly 15%.

Salary-adjusted, Arequipa leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Ilo · Full cost of living in Arequipa

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ilo cheaper than Arequipa?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $400 per month in Ilo versus $461 in Arequipa — about 15% less.

How far is Ilo from Arequipa?

The straight-line distance between Ilo and Arequipa is approximately 141 km (87 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Ilo or Arequipa?

The estimated average net salary is $500 in Ilo and $570 in Arequipa. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $100 in Ilo versus $109 in Arequipa per month.